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Police ID homeless man accused of biting LAPD officer’s finger off during encounter at Metro station

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:24 GMT

A man who allegedly bit off a portion of an LAPD officer’s finger during an encounter at a Metro Red Line station Thursday has been identified.Ephraim Okorie, 36, described as being homeless, was booked on suspicion of mayhem, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. Homeless man bites off LAPD officer’s finger at Metro subway station The incident unfolded around 10:15 a.m. at the subway station in East Hollywood.Officers assigned to the Red Line were patrolling when they saw a man board the train while in possession of narcotic paraphernalia, police said. The officers approached the man and escorted him off the train.That’s when Okorie “became violent and fought with the officers,” resulting in the officers using force, police said.At some point Okorie allegedly bit a part of a sergeant’s pinky finger, police said.A portion of an Los Angeles police sergeant's pinky finger was bitten off by a homeless man during an arrest at the Metro Red Line subway station on April 27, 20...

Disneyland temporarily pauses 'Fantasmic!' performance after fire

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:24 GMT

Disneyland’s popular nighttime show, Fantasmic!, is going on hiatus through at least May 14 after a fire destroyed a large dragon prop during a performance last week weekend, a Disneyland official confirmed with KTLA.As of Friday afternoon, show performances have been removed from the official Disneyland app. Dragon prop catches fire during Disneyland show; Disney temporarily suspends similar fire effects globally “Performances of Fantasmic are currently paused through at least May 14. We know our guests love and miss Fantasmic and Disneyland Resort teams are working hard to assess when we can bring back an adjusted show as quickly and safely as possible.” a Disneyland official told KTLA on Friday. The nighttime show was abruptly halted on April 22 after the Maleficent dragon prop caught fire during the show’s finale. The flames first ignited from the dragon’s face before spreading to the rest of its body, videos from the scene showed.A fire broke out during a nighttime Fantasmic!...

Homicide detectives respond after woman found dead in Carson

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:24 GMT

Homicide detectives are investigating after a woman was found dead in Carson Friday afternoon.Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department investigators responded to the 20800 block of South Santa Fe Avenue around 12:50 p.m.The woman was declared dead at the scene.It is unclear how she died and how long she had been at the location.No further details about the incident have been released.Anyone with information about the death or the woman is asked to call LASD’s homicide bureau at 323-890-5500.

These California counties have the lowest home prices

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:24 GMT

Some of the most expensive real estate markets in the United States are found in California – largely in the San Francisco Bay area where median home prices have surpassed $1 million.However, California is a very large state and there are many counties where single-family homes are still affordable. Just don’t expect to be on the coast.According to the California Association of Realtors, 20 of California’s 58 counties have median home prices below the national average of $428,700. In some areas, you can even find a home for less than $300,000. The list includes many counties in California’s Central Valley and far north in what some call “Upstate California.”Homes below $300,000The most affordable homes in the Golden State can be found in sparsely populated Siskiyou County, which is located along the Oregon border. The median home price here is $240,000 – not a bad deal to have quick access to incredible outdoor recreation and views of 14,000-foot Mount Shasta.   Mount Shas...

Anthony Peel Killed in Motorcycle Crash near 1601 Pepper Drive [El Cajon, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:24 GMT

47-Year-Old Anthony Peel Killed in Vehicle Collision near Pepper DriveEL CAJON, CA (April 28, 2023) – Sunday night, Anthony Peel died following a motorcycle crash near 1601 Pepper Drive.The incident happened on April 2nd, just before 8:25 p.m. involving a 2015 Ford F-150 and a 2011 Ducati 848.According to CHP, a 64-year-old man was driving the Ford traveling northbound while 47-year-old Peel was riding the Ducati heading eastbound. The Ford and the Ducati collided with each other causing the motorcyclist to be ejected from his motorcycle.Before the paramedics arrive, the motorcyclist died due to the extent of his injuries.Meanwhile, the driver of the Ford did not suffer any injuries and remained at the scene.Following the crash, it was unknown if alcohol or impairment played a role in the incident.At this time, the identity of the rider was not yet released by the authorities. Further investigation is still active.Those with additional information regarding the accident are en...

Marvin Denny Fatally Struck in Pedestrian Accident on 19th Avenue [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:24 GMT

54-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Pedestrian Collision near Dunlap AvenuePHOENIX, AZ (April 28, 2023) – Wednesday night, Marvin Denny was fatally struck in a pedestrian accident on 19th Avenue.Police responded to the scene just before 8:00 p.m., just south of Dunlap Avenue on April 12th.According to reports, the driver of a northbound vehicle struck Denny as he was crossing 19th Avenue against a red light.Paramedics arrived and pronounced 54-year-old Denny dead at the scene. Meanwhile, the involved driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.At this time, no arrests or citations were made and an active investigation is still currently underway. Once available, further details will be provided.Sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Marvin Denny. Thoughts are with them during this very difficult time.It is important to have strong legal representation on your side when losing a loved one in a pedestrian crash. Reach out to the wrongful death l...

Jack Head Killed in Motorcycle Crash on Nogales Highway [Las Vegas, NV]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:24 GMT

Male Rider Dies Following Two-Vehicle Collision on Nogales HighwayLAS VEGAS, NV (April 28, 2023) – Thursday morning, a motorcycle collision on Nogales Highway claimed the life of Jack Head.The incident occurred around 6:00 a.m. March 23rd, along the 8300 block of South Nogales Highway.According to reports, under unknown circumstances, the motorcyclist collided with a Dodge Ram pickup that was backing onto the shoulder on the west side of the roadway.Police said the rider was not wearing a helmet at the time of the accident and sustained fatal injuries. Authorities declared the victim dead on the scene and identified as 42-year-old Jack Head.On the other hand, the Dodge driver did not sustain any injuries.Furthermore, officials temporarily closed Nogales Highway for clearing and preliminary duties. An active investigation is underway and LVMPD will release additional information once available.The Sweet James team sends their warm and sincere sympathies to the family and friend...

Future of state housing is at stake in UC ruling, governor says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:24 GMT

Gov. Gavin Newsom is asking California’s highest court to resurrect UC Berkeley’s controversial plan to build student housing at People’s Park, a storied green space born in 1960s student activism.The state’s legal challenge claims that if the ruling stands, the case will lay the groundwork for opponents to use the California Environmental Quality Act to block sorely needed housing, exacerbating homelessness and the state’s current shortfall of roughly 3.5 million homes.“It is not difficult to imagine, for example, existing residents citing this case in opposing low- and moderate-income housing, or developments likely to attract young-adult residents or families with children, or designed to support the integration of individuals with disabilities into the community,” Newsom’s filing said.In February, a state appellate court ruled that the University of California failed to study how much noise the proposed $312 million student dorm would make on the 2.8-acre site....

In boost to Amazon, Brazil recognizes 6 Indigenous areas

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:24 GMT

By Carla Bridi and Fabiano Maisonnave | Associated PressBRASÍLIA, Brazil — Brazil President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Friday granted official recognition of nearly 800 square miles of Indigenous lands, most of it in the Amazon, in a move that seeks to safeguard critical rainforest from the unchecked exploitation that marked his predecessor’s administration.Lula’s action was partial delivery on his promises to the Indigenous supporters and environmentally minded voters who lifted him to a narrow victory last year over far-right President Jair Bolsonaro, who had encouraged widespread development of the Amazon — both legal and illegal — and pledged not to grant “one more inch” of land to Indigenous peoples.The land remains under the federal government’s jurisdiction, but the designation grants Indigenous peoples the right to use it in their traditional manner. Mining activities are prohibited, and commercial farming and logging require speci...

Bay Area students chosen as semifinalists in the prestigious U.S. Presidential Scholars Program — who made the cut?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:24 GMT

Seventeen Bay Area students have been selected as semifinalists for the prestigious U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, one of the country’s highest honors for graduating high school seniors.Established in 1964, the awards recognize students who demonstrate exceptional talent in the visual, creative and performing arts, along with those excelling in the “career and technical education” fields, which focuses on industry-specific training for a student’s future job. Students were selected based on their academic achievement, including scores on the SAT or ACT exams, talent in their respective areas of interest, and more.Nearly 3.6 million high school seniors around the country applied for the award, a pool that was then cut to 5,000 candidates. The 17 Bay Area students are part of just 628 throughout the nation to have made it to the semifinalist round.These students will now move to the next phase of the competition, where up to 161 students will be awarded a U.S. Presidential Schola...